Customers have expressed satisfaction with the service, mentioning an amazing experience and being super happy. However, some reviews point out issues with finding the correct departure location as stated in emails. The ability to select seat types was also a concern for some customers.
Based on 11422 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Based on 31 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. CATEDRAL ticket prices on this trip start at $40
Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Progresso Recife ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Based on 28 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Viação Total ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. BUSX ticket prices on this trip start at $44
Based on 46 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Expresso São Luiz ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Based on 86 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Real Alagoas ticket prices on this trip start at $117
Based on 5 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the power outlets. Viação Cruzeiro ticket prices on this trip start at $103
Based on 176 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Autoviação Progresso ticket prices on this trip start at $56
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Recife to Fortaleza by bus
How far is Recife from Fortaleza?
The distance covered from Recife to Fortaleza is 631 km (391 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Recife to Fortaleza?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Rodoviário, in Recife, and end it at JOAO THOME, in Fortaleza.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-22
$53
11-23
$120
Today
$51
11-25
$49
11-26
$49
11-27
$49
11-28
$47
11-29
$47
The cheapest trip from Recife to Fortaleza was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $47
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Recife to Fortaleza, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $138 for a bus ticket from Recife to Fortaleza based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Expresso Guanabara will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Recife to Fortaleza was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $47
